India’s T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav has addressed the ongoing speculation about his possible return to the Test format and expressed that he is in no hurry and is willing to give it the time it needs. As India prepares for its four-match T20I series against South Africa, Suryakumar emphasized his focus on his leadership role in T20 and taking each format as it comes.

Suryakumar has become a crucial figure for India in T20I cricket, taking over as captain following Rohit Sharma’s retirement from the format following India’s triumphant 2024 T20 World Cup campaign. have become a fan favorite, and fans were also eager to see him make a lasting impact on the proving ground. However, speaking at the pre-match press conference ahead of India’s T20I series opener against South Africa, Suryakumar shared that he is not rushing his return to Test cricket. inspired by Rohit Sharma.

“The comeback test, when the time comes, will happen on its own. I am playing all the domestic tournaments, be it red ball or white ball. If it has to happen, it will happen. I have learned a lot from Rohit (Sharma) bhaji” said Suryakumar.

The 34-year-old batsman has only one Test appearance to his name, which was during India’s match against Australia in Nagpur in 2023. Although he showed potential in the red-ball format, he has not gotten a chance to play in the format since . With the Indian Test team currently preparing for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia, Suryakumar’s absence from the lineup highlights that their focus remains firmly on white-ball cricket for the time being.

For fans, Suryakumar’s possible return to Test cricket remains a tantalizing prospect, given his unique ability to balance aggression with control. However, he has clarified that his focus is squarely on his responsibilities in T20I cricket, and he will allow the transition to Test cricket to occur naturally when the opportunity arises.

As India embarks on its T20I series against South Africa, Suryakumar’s form and leadership will be crucial. Meanwhile, his patience regarding a Test return suggests a seasoned approach to managing his career, indicating that while he is open to a future in Test cricket, he is more focused on his current role and ready to excel in the shorter formats.